2016 Festival of Nations Program
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2016 Festival of Nations Program
WORLD SPORTS & GAMES MEADOW W Pet Watering Center E 3 4 5 KID’S MUSIC WORKSHOP FESTIVAL WEST 2 Kingshighway Blvd. S N 1 4 Hands Beer Tasting Booth 7-UP WORLD MUSIC STAGE Festival Information Booth BEER GARDEN 6 2016 Festival of Nations Map Kingshighway Blvd. 7 9 10 CHINESE PAVILLION 8 FOREST STAGE SEATING AREA 35 36 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS GIFTS 37 34 33 32 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 VILLAGE GREEN 26 27 28 29 Arsenal St. 28 24 25 Magnolia Ave. 31 30 29 FESTIVAL CENTER 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 WELLS FARGO FOREST STAGE 12 FOOD BOOTHS Tower Grove Park - St. Louis Saturday, August 27, 10-7 • Sunday, August 28, 10-6 11 2016 Donate to Festival of Nations The International Institute is our region’s Welcoming Center for New Americans. Visit www.iistl.org to learn more. Admission to the festival is free, but we ask for donations to ensure that we can continue to provide a great Festival of Nations experience. Donations support the festival and the many programs of the International Institute. Please help us today! www.festivalofnationsstl.org/donate 20 19 18 WORLD RELIGIONS HENNA ARTISANS WAY CRAFT DEMOS 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 FESTIVAL EAST CALLIGRAPHY 9 8 6 5 VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN 4 1 3 2 Each site contains STUPP CENTER 7 GLOBAL CORNER CITIZENS SQUARE SONS OF REST SHELTER ENTERPRISE GRAND STAGE 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 US BANK FAMILY ARTS AND CRAFTS 30 31 32 33 Festival Information Booth Grand Blvd. Stand up for arts and culture If you have questions about how you can make an enduring difference to International Institute of St. Louis or your favorite nonprofit through planned giving, our Financial Advisors are here to help and guide you. Contact us today so we can begin a conversation. Visit wellsfargoadvisors.com to find the location nearest you. We are pleased to sponsor the 2016 Festival of Nations Community Booths American Red Cross Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri Bilingual International Assistant Services (Henna Booth) Christian Friends of New American Civitas Associates Concordia Turner Cover Missouri Diversity Awareness Partnership Friendship International Great Rivers Greenway District Greater St. Louis Federal Executive Board Health Protection & Education Services Immigrant & Refugee Women’s Program Interfaith Partnership of Greater St. Louis (World Religions) Migrant & Immigrant Community Action Project MPACT Partners in Sustainable Development International Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region Regional Arts Commission (Kids Music Workshop) Saint Louis Art Museum (Artisans Way) The St. Louis New American Alliance (East Festival Information Booth) St. Louis Office for Developmental Disability Resources St. Louis Rescue & Restore Coalition St. Louis Sister Cities Program of the World Trade Center (Global Corner) St. Louis Symphony (Artisans Way) Taiwan Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Viva Brasil Association in St. Louis World Bazaar Scottish - 1 Vietnamese - 2 Turkish - 3 Thai - 4 Eritrean - 5 Haitian - 6 Asian Indian - 7 Romanian - 8 Kurdish - 9 Filipino - 10 Argentine - 11 Bhutanese - 12 American - 13 Jamaican - 14 Spanish - 15 Afghan - 16 Mexican - 17 Chinese - 18 Polish - 19 Belizean - 20 Bulgarian - 21 Thai - 22 French - 23 Puerto Rican - 24 Nepalese - 25 Greek - 26 Caribbean - 27 Ethiopian - 28 Japanese - 29 Bosnian - 30 Mexican - 31 Iranian - 32 Filipino - 33 Cajun - 34 Cuban - 35 Italian - 36 Senegalese - 37 Turkish - 38 Chinese - 39 Brazilian - 40 German - 41 Irish - 1 Turkish - 2 Asian Indian - 3 Mexican - 4 Senegalese - 5 Peruvian - 6 Zambian - 7 Russian - 8 Canadian - 9 Congolese - 10 Guatemalan - 11 Chinese - 12 Malian - 13 Iranian - 14 Ugandan - 15 Ecuadorian - 16 Togolese - 17 Afghan - 18 Nepalese - 19 Kenyan - 20 Bhutanese - 21 Honduran - 22 Chinese - 23 Ghanaian - 24 Zimbabwean - 25 Greek - 26 Polish - 27 Senegalese - 28 Ecuadorian - 29 Thai - 30 Kenyan - 31 Nepalese - 32 Bolivian - 33 Asian Indian - 34 Guinean - 35 West African - 36 Bengali - 37 See map on back cover for booth location. (ethnicity - booth number) Investment and Insurance Products: u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Co. © 2014, 2016 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. All rights reserved. 0716-01711 [94736-v3] INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Food Booths FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 25 Games Schedule Life-size chess board and standard chess boards will be available all day for people to play for fun, provided by St. Louis Chess Club Saturday All Day 1-2PM 1:30-2:30PM All Day Chess - World Chess Hall of Fame Mahjong - OCA St. Louis Variety of participatory activities (hula hoops, hopscotch) - ACEC - American Czech Center Kubb (Viking Chess) - International Institute Sunday All Day 1-2PM 1:30-2:30PM All Day Chess - World Chess Hall of Fame Mahjong - OCA St. Louis Variety of participatory activities (hula hoops, hopscotch) - ACEC - American Czech Center Kubb (Viking Chess) - International Institute Produced by: Check out St. Louis’ online multicultural calendar & website Presenting Sponsor: www.stlthei.org Area Sponsors: Travel the globe without leaving St. Louis. We are your site for everything multicultural – events, restaurants, news, film, books, and more! Our content is generated by you, the reader, in partnership with the International Institute of St. Louis. We are looking for ethnically themed events, blog posts, and restaurants reviews. Sponsors: Contents Tower Grove Park Media Sponsors: 24 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Welcome ......................................................................... 2 Lost Person .................................................................... 2 First Aid .......................................................................... 2 Committee List ................................................................ 3 International Institute of St. Louis: About Us ................... 7 Saturday Schedule ........................................................ 12 Sunday Schedule .......................................................... 13 Festival Shuttle................................................................21 Additional Attractions ..................................................... 22 Festival Site Map ............................................ Back Cover FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 1 Welcome to the International Institute’s 16th annual Festival of Nations…our region’s largest multicultural event! Festival of Nations is brought to you by the International Institute of St. Louis. Since 1919, we have been the St. Louis region’s Welcoming Center for New Americans. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.iistl.org. Refer to the map on the back of this guide or our mobilefriendly website (www.festivalofnationsstl.org) to locate your favorite food booth or one of our many stages. This year, we are featuring fun-filled entertainment on three stages and around the grounds. Catch professional-level dance and music troupes. Join in on toe-tapping, footstomping music performances featuring local ethnic and international favorites. Watch our Japanese top-spinner perform gravity-defying tricks as he moves around the festival grounds. As always, entertainment at Festival of Nations is free for all to enjoy - thanks to our sponsors. A very special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo Advisors! To enhance your experience, check out … The Wells Fargo Advisors Forest Stage, with different ethnic performance troupes each hour. It is located on a shady hill in Festival Center. Lost Person Report to the Enterprise Main Stage. Lost & Found If you have lost a personal item, report to the Volunteer Check-In Booth near the Stupp Center. All lost items will be held at the International Institute for 90 days. Call (314) 773-9090 x127. First Aid The First Aid booth is located in front of the Stupp Center. Minor first aid is provided including a cooling station. Also, First Aid Kits are available at all stages and the crafts area. For any serious injury or illness, call 911. The Village Green in grassy Festival East, where you can join in and learn to dance! Center, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, Baha’i, Baptist (Christianity), Church of Christ, Scientist, Roman Catholicism, Mormon Church, Community of Christ, Metro East Inter-Faith Partnership, Center for Sustainability and Spirituality, United Church of Christ, and Sikhism. For more information about the Interfaith Partnership, visit their website at www.interfaithstl.org. FESTIVAL WEST LOCATION: Kids Music Workshop Kids can make hand-held instruments throughout each day. Special event: join us Saturday and Sunday morning at 10:30 am, for a 1/2-hour workshop by JOIA; kids will learn to play a song on the instrument that they make. There will be a parade every hour on the hour for kids to participate in to show off their new instruments and music skills. Beer Garden Relax in the shade and try some international and craft beers while listening to music from the World Music Stage. This year be sure to visit the new 4 Hands Brewery Company beer tasting booth. World Sports & Games Meadow Learn how to play different sports and games in the world sports and games meadow. Try karate, hurling, cricket, or even your gymnastic skills! Sports Schedule Saturday 11AM-1PM The 7-Up World Music Stage, in Festival West with traditional and modern bands. 1PM-3PM Our Enterprise Grand Stage in Festival East with a mix of great bands, dancers and singers. 1:30PM-2:30PM Ethnic craft demonstrations, calligraphy, children’s crafts, an ethnic gift bazaar, and much, much more! And, of course… 3PM-5PM Plenty of food! Sunday 11AM-1PM Enjoy the International Institute’s Festival of Nations – a summer weekend in the park with the remarkable talents of 70 different ethnic groups! 1PM-3PM Ed Seuc 2016 Festival of Nations Chair 1:30PM-2:30PM 3PM-5PM Photo by Jerry Smith/International Institute 2 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Hurling and Gaelic Football - Gaelic Athletic Club Cricket - Missouri Youth Cricket Association ACEC-American Czech Center-Sokol Gym - Gymnastics Aikido St. Louis - Japanese Martial Art: Aikido Hurling and Gaelic Football - Gaelic Athletic Club Cricket - Missouri Youth Cricket Association Five Star Senior Center - Tai Chi ACEC-American Czech Center-Sokol Gym - Gymnastics Aikido St. Louis - Japanese Martial Art: Aikido FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 Are you going to recycle that? A program of 23 Festival of Nations Committees Other Attractions FESTIVAL EAST LOCATION: Festival Planning Ed Seuc, Festival Chair Anna Crosslin, Festival Director Cesar Figari, Assistant Director Christina Juelfs, Assistant Director Carrie Brickey, Arts Coordinator Gary Broome, Marketing Coordinator Kristen Rosen, Sponsor Coordinator Calligraphy An exploration of the many beautiful shapes found in writing systems around the world. From Chinese to Russian to Bulgarian — learn a little about how people write the same thing in different ways. Henna Hands The art of henna decorating has been practiced in Northern Africa, the Middle East, Southern Asia, and Europe. These temporary tattoos are typically used for celebrations. Fees vary. Proceeds benefit the Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma. Arts Committee Citizens’ Square Stop on by the festival’s Citizens’ Square to learn about community services. Artisan’s Way Visit our expanded offerings in Artisan’s Way. Artisan’s Way is geared to engage Photo by Ron Anderson/International Institute festival goers with hands-on educational experiences for the whole family. Make a Warli painting from India to take home. Watch a Congolese wood carver create beautiful works of art. If you’re lucky, you might even see Hiroshi Tada practicing his Japanese Top Spinning throughout the Festival. Be sure to visit the Saint Louis Art Museum booth along Artisan’s Way and help create the “Fabric of St. Louis.” Each visitor will be given two squares of fabric to help demonstrate what makes St. Louis great; our diversity. You will be asked to decorate one square to use in the making a quilt to be displayed at FoN 2017, the other you are able to take home. How do you see yourself? What represents you? We want to know! U.S. Bank Family Art & Crafts Explore the many cultures represented in St. Louis through craft projects for children. Stop by the tables located under the U.S. Bank Family Arts & Crafts sign and create a keepsake of the festival! Free face-painting! Global Corner Visit our Global Corner to explore the cultures of St. Louis’ 15 sister cities through the eyes and ears of volunteers who support St. Louis’ 15 Sister City Committees. Use your very own passport and fill it out as you travel around this interactive learning center. The corner is sponsored by the St. Louis Sister Cities Program of the World Trade Center-St. Louis. 22 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Ken Marshall Monica McKissic Ciléia Miranda-Yuen Protein Williams Diego Abente Emsada Bilkan Nejra Bilkan Katie Brooks Paul Costigan Marisa Echevarria Blake Hamilton Lara Fallon Amparo Kollman-Moore Kelly Moore Hannah Rae Warrick Mike Zambrana International Institute of St. Louis Board of Directors Amit Shah, Chair Anh Pham-Nguyen, Vice Chair Fred Berger, Secretary Phillip Klevorn, Treasurer Mary Heger, Immediate Past Chair Anthony Gonzalez-Angel Dipankar Bandyopadhyay Galen Bingham Samira Boudiab Janice Cerny Arvan Chan Marc Fairman Arindam Kar Teri Lehman Marcel Naddaf Kathleen Reeves Jennifer Schwesig Special thanks to the following organizations for providing groups of volunteers: Ameren • De Smet Jesuit High School – Spanish Club • Eliot Unitarian Chapel• Holy Name of Jesus-Justice Grows • International Institute Board of Directors and Junior Board • J.W. Terrill Community Outreach • MasterCard Worldwide • Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School • MasterCard Worldwide • Neighbors Are Friends • Parkway West High School – National Honor Society • St. Louis Community College • Saint Louis University’s Cook School of Business • Single in the City • South City Girls Meetup Group • Step Up! St. Louis • Thomas Jefferson School • US Bank • Webster Educational School Psychology Association • Wells Fargo Advisors Village Green Test your dancing and skills by joining in on informal, free dance lessons including Spanish Flamenco, Indian dancing and Middle Eastern belly dance. Many festival performers are your instructors. Religions of the World Stroll among displays about the many religions of the world. Meet representatives from the Interfaith Partnership of Greater St. Louis and get your questions answered. This opportunity is being provided so that festival goers can have a casual means to learn about the similarities and differences among the many religions of our world. IFP’s members include a wide variety of faiths and faith-based institutions including Living Insights Sheow Hwey Chang Peggy Harris Joni Hoscher Festival Committee A very special thanks to the many other staff and volunteers of the International Institute who are working throughout the weekend to ensure a top-notch event for all! Ed Seuc Alice Tharenos Sandy Tsai Hannah Verity Erin Williams In-Kind Support Missouri School for the Blind St. Louis Earth Day Health Protection & Education Services Special Thanks to: Dwight Cavins Wayne Crosslin Saint Louis University St. Louis City Parks Division South Grand Business District Tower Grove Park Photo by Wayne Crosslin/International Institute FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 3 Polar Bear Point. It’s a tundra of fun. Make it a full day at the Saint Louis Zoo. See Polar Bear Point, Penguin & Puffin Coast and the Children’s Zoo. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Ride the Zooline Railroad and marvel at over 800 land-dwelling animals. Now that’s cool. General admission is free. Make the most of your experience by becoming a member. To learn more, call (314) 781-0900 or visit stlzoo.org. St. Louis’ Language Translation Authority International Institute Language Services Largest Capacity Personal Attention Respected Institution 314/773-9090 x152 - [email protected] Festival Shuttle Schedule Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm Sunday: 10 am - 7 pm Blue Shuttle Route St. Louis University’s Marie Curie Parking Lot to Shuttle Stop #7 (East entrace of the festival) SLU’s Marie Curie Parking Lot is located at 1100 Carr Lane Ave. Directions from Interstate 64/Highway 40 Exit at Grand Blvd. travel south to Chouteau, turn left on Chouteau, go 1 block turn right on Carr Lane Ave. Go 1-1/2 blocks, parking lot will be on the left. Directions from Interstate 44 Westbound: Exit at Grand/Louisana turn left at top of ramp and proceed to light. Turn right at light on Grand. Travel north Chouteau, turn right on Chouteau, go 1 block turn right on Carr Lane Ave. Go 1-1/2 blocks, parking lot will be on the left. Eastbound: Exit at Grand, turn left. Travel north Chouteau, turn right on Chouteau, go 1 block turn right on Carr Lane Ave. 1-1/2 blocks, parking lot will be on the left. 4 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 21 A World of Opportunity awaits you at Cabrini! A World of Opportunity Tomato, cucumber, avocado salad awaits you at Cabrini! Staying true to the differences that make us unique. A world of learning… A world of possibilities… A world for all of us! As a kindergarten through 8th grade Catholic grade school in South St. Louis City, St. Frances Cabrini Academy prepares students for the world with a spiritually-rich, academically-focused and culturally-diverse education. We’re building a better world. Come be a part of it! Call to schedule a tour! St. Frances Cabrini Academy 3022 Oregon Ave St. Louis, MO 63118 314-776-0883 At Enterprise, we embrace this way of thinking by being an inclusive company. Everyone has the opportunity to make a contribution – and a world of difference. cabriniacademy.org Proud supporter of the International Institute’s 2016 Festival of Nations. Career Advancement for International Professionals (CAIP) Have a university degree? Want to improve your job search skills for the US market? Take control of your job search and reach the next level in your career. 16-Hour Program features: • Resume Writing • Interviews & Professional Communication • Job Search Tactics & Social Media • Recertification & Credentialing • Practical Application & Role-Playing Next class starts September 15, 2016 The International Institute is St. Louis’ leading expert for integrative services to region’s foreign-born. For more info: contact Yashika Sharma at (314) 773-9090 x 184 or [email protected]. 20 Tower Grove Park Tower Grove Park, a living legacy for over 100 years, is a place where memories are still made every day. Recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities are waiting for YOU at Tower Grove Park! To find out more about how you can be a part of the Tower Grove Park experience ... call the Park office at 314-771-2679 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a socially responsible corporation. For more information please visit enterprise.com. ©2016 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company G07589 07/16 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 5 Shaw-Art-Fair fest of nations_Layout 1 7/26/16 4:39 PM Page 1 * ADVERTISEMENT * ShawArtFair.org OCTOBER 1 & 2, 2016 9 am to 5 pm Saturday; 10 am to 5 pm Sunday Don’t go to court or USCIS alone! ¡No vaya a la corte ni a USCIS solo! 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LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 19 Proud to support the Helmkamp Construction Co. is proud to Support Festival of Nations “The International Institute’s Festival of Nations - 2016” About Us Since 1919, the International Institute of St. Louis has been helping immigrants and their families be productive Americans and championing ethnic diversity as a cultural and economic strength. commercebank.com 19252 STL Bank Brand Festival of Nations Ad.indd 1 Our headquarters facility is located at the southern edge of our city’s thriving International District. We are a proud member of the United Way of Greater St. Louis, the St. Louis Regional Chamber, and the US Committee for Immigrants and Refugees. 7/27/2016 12:55:09 PM Small Business Loans for Immigrants Empowering Foreign Born Entrepreneurs Our Three Pillars of Service The International Institute of St. Louis offers comprehensive adjustment services for refugees and immigrants in our community. In turn, these newcomers expand the richness of St. Louis’ diversity and help revitalize our economy. “Building Relationships Since 1938” 707 Berkshire Blvd. East Alton, IL 62024 Loans from $500 up to $35,000 For information please call 314-773-9090 (618) 251-2600 or (314) 355-2808 www.helmkamp.com Pillar 1: Immersion The Institute offers a variety of social and educational programs to alleviate poverty among some of our newest residents. Today, the Institute reaches more than 7,500 new Americans from 80 countries with a broad array of integrative services, including English classes, job placement, counseling and social work, refugee resettlement, translation and interpretation. Pillar 2: Investment Immigrant entrepreneurs are valuable members of any city’s economy. The Institute offers technical assistance and micro-loans as well as urban gardening. In turn, immigrant entrepreneurs help revitalize the St. Louis economy. Pillar 3: Inclusion The Institute produces the annual Festival of Nations, which showcases multicultural performances, demonstrations, and food. Offered free to the general public, the festival draws 100,000+ visitors together while raising money and awareness for people in need. Together we can write success stories Join us in helping immigrants and refugees become independent and valuable contributors to the St. Louis community. Their presence results in a better St. Louis for us all. Anna Crosslin 18 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 7 Grupo Atlántico’s mission is to share, teach and perform the folk dances, modern rhythms, legends and the rich cultural heritage of the people of the Atlantic coast of Colombia and other Caribbean regions. GA founded in 1995, is part of the Missouri Performing Traditions, The Missouri Touring Program, the Arts in Education Program, all of them under the guidance of the Missouri Arts Council (MAC) and the Missouri Folk Arts Program, the Missouri Dance Organization (MDO), the Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies (MACAA) and the Hispanic Scholarship Alliance (HSA) among others. For more information about our cultural/educational programs or to become a member dancer, please contact us by FB: GRUPO ATLANTICO SAINT LOUIS (preferred) or call 314-567-4845 or send an email to [email protected] Carmen Sofia Dence, Founder and Director 314- 567-4845 [email protected] 8 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 17 webster.edu Webster University students at the Great Wall of China. When your campuses span the globe, Laughter and love need no translation. We’re dedicated to preserving the legacies and traditions of families. 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LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 11 4:0 12 Butch Moore, North American Baba Mike & “Rhythms of the Caribbean Rhythm and Jazz”, Caribbean Welsh Heritage Choir of Greater St. Louis, Welsh Grandma Coyote, American Indian JOIA: World Percussion, World Guadalupe Sounds, Mexican The Brianna Brown Band, European Group Mosaic, Turkish Linda Chavez Ingold, Filipino The Wee Heavies, Scottish/Irish Kenya Ajanaku, African Drum & Storytelling, West African Kids Mex, Mexican Mintzita P'uerhepecha Orquestra and Zimpag Uaraicha Dancers, Mexican Grand Stage Opening Ceremony Step-Accord from Russian Sister City, Russian Bhutanese Association of St. Louis, Bhutanese Dance Caledonia, Scottish Zorkie Nelson African Drummers (from NYC), African St. Louis Modern Chinese School, Chinese Almas Del Ritmo Dance Company, Latin/Hispanic Tribe Azuka, African Philippine Art Foundation, Filipino Hui Hula 'O Punahele Hula Halau, Polynesian Beyond Measure Dance Theatre, African Fusion St. Nicholas Greek Dancers, Greek Folkloric Group Colombia, Colombian Sunshine Community Performance Ensemble, West African Aalim Dance Co. & Arabian Silk, Middle Eastern Panama-America Dance Troup, Panamanian Clarkson School of Irish Dance, Irish Alma de Mexico, Mexican Forest Stage 10-11 11-12 12-1 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Son Montuno (FKA Nitro Latin Jazz Band), Latin American Elsie Parker and the Poor People of Paris, French Acoustic Element, Latin American Meshorerim, Jewish Suzanne White, Choctaw Storyteller, Native American Ali Naeini, Iranian/Persian Daniel Romano/Blaque Berry Puppets, Irish/Italian Steel Drum Flavor, Caribbean Pinx Academy of Dance, African American N-Jection, African Tribe Ayaka, African Story Time Puppets with “Papa” & Jackie Wright, African American Traditional Strings, Appalachian International Folk Dance Association, European Kuumba Youth Performance Ensemble (Better Family Life), African American/Afro Caribbean Beryozka, Russian Spirit of Angela, African Hawaiian Polynesian Revue, Polynesian Lauren Wilmore Afro-Latin Dance Academy, Multi-Ethnic Grupo Atlántico, Colombian Standing Drums, Asian Drums & Dance of the Congo, Congolese Bulgarian School of St. Louis, Bulgarian Gentlemen of Vision, African American St. Louis Cultural Flamenco Society, Spanish 11-12 12-1 1-2 2-3 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 3-4 4-5 DieDra the Blues Diva, American Autumn’s Child, North American Choro Guys, Brazilian Mario Pascal, Haitian Khaled Alrahal, Iraqi South Indian Folk Dance, Indian St. Louis Eisa Okinawa Kenjin-kai, Japanese TBD 10-11 Dizzy Atmosphere, French Austrian Trio, European Shir Ami Singers, Jewish Mariachi Nuevo Azteca, Mexican TBD Ballet Folklorico Sol de Mexico, Mexican World Music Stage Samba Bom, Brazilian The Deutschmeister Brass Band of St. Louis, German Clave Sol, Latino Sojourner ft. Yard Squad, Caribbean Masillajta Andean Folk Band, South American DJ Ranx Dubtronix Reggae 2016, Caribbean Peat Fire Flame, Scottish St. Louis Spelmannslag, Scandinavian Missouri River Cloggers, American/Appalachian G.T.E.V. D'Frohliche Schuhplattler, St. Louis, German World Music Stage Grand Stage Forest Stage Grupo Atlántico/Carmen Dence, Colombian (4:15-4:45pm) Lauren Wilmore Afro-Latin Dance Academy, Multi-Ethnic (3:30-4pm) International Folk Dance Association, European (2-2:30pm) Aalim Belly Dance, Middle Eastern (2:45-3:15pm) Salsa with Carmen Guynn, Dominican/Puerto Rican (1:151:45pm) Aparna Kalyanaraman, Indian (12:301pm) Yoshie Montgomery, Japanese (1111:30am) TBD (11:45am-12:15pm) Village Green Alicia from Beyond Measure Dance Theatre, African Fusion (4:15-4:45pm) Octavio Nieto, Mexican (3:30-4pm) TBD (2-2:30pm) Salsa with Carmen Guynn, Dominican/Puerto Rican (2:453:15pm) TBD (1:15-1:45pm) Aparna Kalyanaraman, Indian (12:301pm) Hawaiian Polynesian Review/ Linda Evens, Polynesian (11-11:30am) Eileen Wolfington, Latin American (11:45am-12:15pm) Village Green Japanese Top Spinning with Hiroshi Tada, Japanese (All Day) Eritrean Basket Weaving with Ninni & Genet, Eritrean (3-5:00pm) African Face Painting Workshop with Better Family Life, Afro-Caribbean (24:30pm) Asian Pottery Arts Demo with Showay Chang, Taiwanese (2-4:00pm) Nigerian Tie-Dye Workshop with Njideka Ezenwa-Eke, Nigerian (12:003:00pm) Children’s Crafts from the Balkans Workshop with Marvin Moehle, Macedonian (10-1:00pm) Macedonian Needlework Demo with Evelyn Moehle, Macedonian (101:00pm) Friends of Taiwan Calligraphy Demo, Chinese (10-1:00pm) Craft Demonstrations/ Workshops Japanese Top Spinning with Hiroshi Tada, Japanese (All Day) Warli Painting Workshop, Indian (4:30-6:00pm) Chinese Calligraphy Demo with Fushun Le, Chinese (3-5:30pm) Bulgarian Calligraphy Demo with Marvin Moehle, Bulgarian (2-5:00pm) Friends of Taiwan Paper Cutting Workshop, Taiwanese (1-3:00pm) Chinese Calligraphy Demo with ShuChing Chiu, Chinese (12:30-3:00pm) Japanese Origami Workshop with Machiko Tanabe, Japanese (111:00pm) Japanese Calligraphy Demo with Kazuko Ikeda, Japanese (11-1:00 pm) Russian Calligraphy Demo with Evelina Yulianova, Russian (101:00pm) African Wood Carving Demo with Israel Bonane, Congolese (10-1:00 pm) Craft Demonstrations/ Workshops Saturday, August 27 Sunday, August 28 13 12 Butch Moore, North American Baba Mike & “Rhythms of the Caribbean Rhythm and Jazz”, Caribbean Welsh Heritage Choir of Greater St. Louis, Welsh Grandma Coyote, American Indian JOIA: World Percussion, World Guadalupe Sounds, Mexican The Brianna Brown Band, European Group Mosaic, Turkish Linda Chavez Ingold, Filipino The Wee Heavies, Scottish/Irish Kenya Ajanaku, African Drum & Storytelling, West African Kids Mex, Mexican Mintzita P'uerhepecha Orquestra and Zimpag Uaraicha Dancers, Mexican Grand Stage Opening Ceremony Step-Accord from Russian Sister City, Russian Bhutanese Association of St. Louis, Bhutanese Dance Caledonia, Scottish Zorkie Nelson African Drummers (from NYC), African St. Louis Modern Chinese School, Chinese Almas Del Ritmo Dance Company, Latin/Hispanic Tribe Azuka, African Philippine Art Foundation, Filipino Hui Hula 'O Punahele Hula Halau, Polynesian Beyond Measure Dance Theatre, African Fusion St. Nicholas Greek Dancers, Greek Folkloric Group Colombia, Colombian Sunshine Community Performance Ensemble, West African Aalim Dance Co. & Arabian Silk, Middle Eastern Panama-America Dance Troup, Panamanian Clarkson School of Irish Dance, Irish Alma de Mexico, Mexican Forest Stage 10-11 11-12 12-1 1-2 2-3 3-4 4-5 5-6 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Son Montuno (FKA Nitro Latin Jazz Band), Latin American Elsie Parker and the Poor People of Paris, French Acoustic Element, Latin American Meshorerim, Jewish Suzanne White, Choctaw Storyteller, Native American Ali Naeini, Iranian/Persian Daniel Romano/Blaque Berry Puppets, Irish/Italian Steel Drum Flavor, Caribbean Pinx Academy of Dance, African American N-Jection, African Tribe Ayaka, African Story Time Puppets with “Papa” & Jackie Wright, African American Traditional Strings, Appalachian International Folk Dance Association, European Kuumba Youth Performance Ensemble (Better Family Life), African American/Afro Caribbean Beryozka, Russian Spirit of Angela, African Hawaiian Polynesian Revue, Polynesian Lauren Wilmore Afro-Latin Dance Academy, Multi-Ethnic Grupo Atlántico, Colombian Standing Drums, Asian Drums & Dance of the Congo, Congolese Bulgarian School of St. Louis, Bulgarian Gentlemen of Vision, African American St. Louis Cultural Flamenco Society, Spanish 11-12 12-1 1-2 2-3 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 3-4 4-5 DieDra the Blues Diva, American Autumn’s Child, North American Choro Guys, Brazilian Mario Pascal, Haitian Khaled Alrahal, Iraqi South Indian Folk Dance, Indian St. Louis Eisa Okinawa Kenjin-kai, Japanese TBD 10-11 Dizzy Atmosphere, French Austrian Trio, European Shir Ami Singers, Jewish Mariachi Nuevo Azteca, Mexican TBD Ballet Folklorico Sol de Mexico, Mexican World Music Stage Samba Bom, Brazilian The Deutschmeister Brass Band of St. Louis, German Clave Sol, Latino Sojourner ft. Yard Squad, Caribbean Masillajta Andean Folk Band, South American DJ Ranx Dubtronix Reggae 2016, Caribbean Peat Fire Flame, Scottish St. Louis Spelmannslag, Scandinavian Missouri River Cloggers, American/Appalachian G.T.E.V. D'Frohliche Schuhplattler, St. Louis, German World Music Stage Grand Stage Forest Stage Grupo Atlántico/Carmen Dence, Colombian (4:15-4:45pm) Lauren Wilmore Afro-Latin Dance Academy, Multi-Ethnic (3:30-4pm) International Folk Dance Association, European (2-2:30pm) Aalim Belly Dance, Middle Eastern (2:45-3:15pm) Salsa with Carmen Guynn, Dominican/Puerto Rican (1:151:45pm) Aparna Kalyanaraman, Indian (12:301pm) Yoshie Montgomery, Japanese (1111:30am) TBD (11:45am-12:15pm) Village Green Alicia from Beyond Measure Dance Theatre, African Fusion (4:15-4:45pm) Octavio Nieto, Mexican (3:30-4pm) TBD (2-2:30pm) Salsa with Carmen Guynn, Dominican/Puerto Rican (2:453:15pm) TBD (1:15-1:45pm) Aparna Kalyanaraman, Indian (12:301pm) Hawaiian Polynesian Review/ Linda Evens, Polynesian (11-11:30am) Eileen Wolfington, Latin American (11:45am-12:15pm) Village Green Japanese Top Spinning with Hiroshi Tada, Japanese (All Day) Eritrean Basket Weaving with Ninni & Genet, Eritrean (3-5:00pm) African Face Painting Workshop with Better Family Life, Afro-Caribbean (24:30pm) Asian Pottery Arts Demo with Showay Chang, Taiwanese (2-4:00pm) Nigerian Tie-Dye Workshop with Njideka Ezenwa-Eke, Nigerian (12:003:00pm) Children’s Crafts from the Balkans Workshop with Marvin Moehle, Macedonian (10-1:00pm) Macedonian Needlework Demo with Evelyn Moehle, Macedonian (101:00pm) Friends of Taiwan Calligraphy Demo, Chinese (10-1:00pm) Craft Demonstrations/ Workshops Japanese Top Spinning with Hiroshi Tada, Japanese (All Day) Warli Painting Workshop, Indian (4:30-6:00pm) Chinese Calligraphy Demo with Fushun Le, Chinese (3-5:30pm) Bulgarian Calligraphy Demo with Marvin Moehle, Bulgarian (2-5:00pm) Friends of Taiwan Paper Cutting Workshop, Taiwanese (1-3:00pm) Chinese Calligraphy Demo with ShuChing Chiu, Chinese (12:30-3:00pm) Japanese Origami Workshop with Machiko Tanabe, Japanese (111:00pm) Japanese Calligraphy Demo with Kazuko Ikeda, Japanese (11-1:00 pm) Russian Calligraphy Demo with Evelina Yulianova, Russian (101:00pm) African Wood Carving Demo with Israel Bonane, Congolese (10-1:00 pm) Craft Demonstrations/ Workshops Saturday, August 27 Sunday, August 28 13 Boeing proudly supports The International Institute’s Festival of Nations. SSM Health is proud to sponsor 8/14/12 the Festival of Nations. Festival of Nations_3.75x5.indd 1 Discover an exceptional career today! SSM Health is a mission-based health care organization that strongly believes a diverse workforce is key to our future success. ©2016 SSM Health. All rights reserved. HR-STL-16-218499 07/16 Visit ssmhealthcareers.com 14 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 11 4:0 10 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 15 webster.edu Webster University students at the Great Wall of China. When your campuses span the globe, Laughter and love need no translation. We’re dedicated to preserving the legacies and traditions of families. We know that strong ties bind strong communities. usbank.com/ourcommunity U.S. Bank is proud to support the International Institute's Festival of Nations. THE WORLD BECOMES YOUR CLASSROOM. Just as the multi-ethnic Festival of Nations introduces people to different cultures, Webster students engage with a worldwide network of fellow students who live, work and study in Europe, Africa, Asia and the United States. In this dynamic atmosphere, Webster students, faculty and staff thrive in and contribute to the premier global network for learning. UNITED STATES • SWITZERLAND • AUSTRIA • THE NETHERLANDS • CHINA THAILAND • GHANA • GREECE Equal Housing Lender. Member FDIC. ©2016 U.S. Bank 7/16 16 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS EC-3018 WebU_FON 2016.indd 1 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 7/26/16 9:18 AM 9 Grupo Atlántico’s mission is to share, teach and perform the folk dances, modern rhythms, legends and the rich cultural heritage of the people of the Atlantic coast of Colombia and other Caribbean regions. GA founded in 1995, is part of the Missouri Performing Traditions, The Missouri Touring Program, the Arts in Education Program, all of them under the guidance of the Missouri Arts Council (MAC) and the Missouri Folk Arts Program, the Missouri Dance Organization (MDO), the Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies (MACAA) and the Hispanic Scholarship Alliance (HSA) among others. For more information about our cultural/educational programs or to become a member dancer, please contact us by FB: GRUPO ATLANTICO SAINT LOUIS (preferred) or call 314-567-4845 or send an email to [email protected] Carmen Sofia Dence, Founder and Director 314- 567-4845 [email protected] 8 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 17 Proud to support the Helmkamp Construction Co. is proud to Support Festival of Nations “The International Institute’s Festival of Nations - 2016” About Us Since 1919, the International Institute of St. Louis has been helping immigrants and their families be productive Americans and championing ethnic diversity as a cultural and economic strength. commercebank.com 19252 STL Bank Brand Festival of Nations Ad.indd 1 Our headquarters facility is located at the southern edge of our city’s thriving International District. We are a proud member of the United Way of Greater St. Louis, the St. Louis Regional Chamber, and the US Committee for Immigrants and Refugees. 7/27/2016 12:55:09 PM Small Business Loans for Immigrants Empowering Foreign Born Entrepreneurs Our Three Pillars of Service The International Institute of St. Louis offers comprehensive adjustment services for refugees and immigrants in our community. In turn, these newcomers expand the richness of St. Louis’ diversity and help revitalize our economy. “Building Relationships Since 1938” 707 Berkshire Blvd. East Alton, IL 62024 Loans from $500 up to $35,000 For information please call 314-773-9090 (618) 251-2600 or (314) 355-2808 www.helmkamp.com Pillar 1: Immersion The Institute offers a variety of social and educational programs to alleviate poverty among some of our newest residents. Today, the Institute reaches more than 7,500 new Americans from 80 countries with a broad array of integrative services, including English classes, job placement, counseling and social work, refugee resettlement, translation and interpretation. Pillar 2: Investment Immigrant entrepreneurs are valuable members of any city’s economy. The Institute offers technical assistance and micro-loans as well as urban gardening. In turn, immigrant entrepreneurs help revitalize the St. Louis economy. Pillar 3: Inclusion The Institute produces the annual Festival of Nations, which showcases multicultural performances, demonstrations, and food. Offered free to the general public, the festival draws 100,000+ visitors together while raising money and awareness for people in need. Together we can write success stories Join us in helping immigrants and refugees become independent and valuable contributors to the St. Louis community. Their presence results in a better St. Louis for us all. Anna Crosslin 18 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 7 Shaw-Art-Fair fest of nations_Layout 1 7/26/16 4:39 PM Page 1 * ADVERTISEMENT * ShawArtFair.org OCTOBER 1 & 2, 2016 9 am to 5 pm Saturday; 10 am to 5 pm Sunday Don’t go to court or USCIS alone! ¡No vaya a la corte ni a USCIS solo! Criminal Cases ▪ Immigration ▪ Traffic Tickets Biesenthal & Gray, LLC A law firm for immigrants Abogadas para inmigrantes 1034 S. 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Staying true to the differences that make us unique. A world of learning… A world of possibilities… A world for all of us! As a kindergarten through 8th grade Catholic grade school in South St. Louis City, St. Frances Cabrini Academy prepares students for the world with a spiritually-rich, academically-focused and culturally-diverse education. We’re building a better world. Come be a part of it! Call to schedule a tour! St. Frances Cabrini Academy 3022 Oregon Ave St. Louis, MO 63118 314-776-0883 At Enterprise, we embrace this way of thinking by being an inclusive company. Everyone has the opportunity to make a contribution – and a world of difference. cabriniacademy.org Proud supporter of the International Institute’s 2016 Festival of Nations. Career Advancement for International Professionals (CAIP) Have a university degree? Want to improve your job search skills for the US market? Take control of your job search and reach the next level in your career. 16-Hour Program features: • Resume Writing • Interviews & Professional Communication • Job Search Tactics & Social Media • Recertification & Credentialing • Practical Application & Role-Playing Next class starts September 15, 2016 The International Institute is St. Louis’ leading expert for integrative services to region’s foreign-born. For more info: contact Yashika Sharma at (314) 773-9090 x 184 or [email protected]. 20 Tower Grove Park Tower Grove Park, a living legacy for over 100 years, is a place where memories are still made every day. Recreational, educational, and cultural opportunities are waiting for YOU at Tower Grove Park! To find out more about how you can be a part of the Tower Grove Park experience ... call the Park office at 314-771-2679 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a socially responsible corporation. For more information please visit enterprise.com. ©2016 Enterprise Rent-A-Car Company G07589 07/16 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 5 Polar Bear Point. It’s a tundra of fun. Make it a full day at the Saint Louis Zoo. See Polar Bear Point, Penguin & Puffin Coast and the Children’s Zoo. But the fun doesn’t stop there. Ride the Zooline Railroad and marvel at over 800 land-dwelling animals. Now that’s cool. General admission is free. Make the most of your experience by becoming a member. To learn more, call (314) 781-0900 or visit stlzoo.org. St. Louis’ Language Translation Authority International Institute Language Services Largest Capacity Personal Attention Respected Institution 314/773-9090 x152 - [email protected] Festival Shuttle Schedule Saturday: 10 am - 8 pm Sunday: 10 am - 7 pm Blue Shuttle Route St. Louis University’s Marie Curie Parking Lot to Shuttle Stop #7 (East entrace of the festival) SLU’s Marie Curie Parking Lot is located at 1100 Carr Lane Ave. Directions from Interstate 64/Highway 40 Exit at Grand Blvd. travel south to Chouteau, turn left on Chouteau, go 1 block turn right on Carr Lane Ave. Go 1-1/2 blocks, parking lot will be on the left. Directions from Interstate 44 Westbound: Exit at Grand/Louisana turn left at top of ramp and proceed to light. Turn right at light on Grand. Travel north Chouteau, turn right on Chouteau, go 1 block turn right on Carr Lane Ave. Go 1-1/2 blocks, parking lot will be on the left. Eastbound: Exit at Grand, turn left. Travel north Chouteau, turn right on Chouteau, go 1 block turn right on Carr Lane Ave. 1-1/2 blocks, parking lot will be on the left. 4 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 21 Festival of Nations Committees Other Attractions FESTIVAL EAST LOCATION: Festival Planning Ed Seuc, Festival Chair Anna Crosslin, Festival Director Cesar Figari, Assistant Director Christina Juelfs, Assistant Director Carrie Brickey, Arts Coordinator Gary Broome, Marketing Coordinator Kristen Rosen, Sponsor Coordinator Calligraphy An exploration of the many beautiful shapes found in writing systems around the world. From Chinese to Russian to Bulgarian — learn a little about how people write the same thing in different ways. Henna Hands The art of henna decorating has been practiced in Northern Africa, the Middle East, Southern Asia, and Europe. These temporary tattoos are typically used for celebrations. Fees vary. Proceeds benefit the Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma. Arts Committee Citizens’ Square Stop on by the festival’s Citizens’ Square to learn about community services. Artisan’s Way Visit our expanded offerings in Artisan’s Way. Artisan’s Way is geared to engage Photo by Ron Anderson/International Institute festival goers with hands-on educational experiences for the whole family. Make a Warli painting from India to take home. Watch a Congolese wood carver create beautiful works of art. If you’re lucky, you might even see Hiroshi Tada practicing his Japanese Top Spinning throughout the Festival. Be sure to visit the Saint Louis Art Museum booth along Artisan’s Way and help create the “Fabric of St. Louis.” Each visitor will be given two squares of fabric to help demonstrate what makes St. Louis great; our diversity. You will be asked to decorate one square to use in the making a quilt to be displayed at FoN 2017, the other you are able to take home. How do you see yourself? What represents you? We want to know! U.S. Bank Family Art & Crafts Explore the many cultures represented in St. Louis through craft projects for children. Stop by the tables located under the U.S. Bank Family Arts & Crafts sign and create a keepsake of the festival! Free face-painting! Global Corner Visit our Global Corner to explore the cultures of St. Louis’ 15 sister cities through the eyes and ears of volunteers who support St. Louis’ 15 Sister City Committees. Use your very own passport and fill it out as you travel around this interactive learning center. The corner is sponsored by the St. Louis Sister Cities Program of the World Trade Center-St. Louis. 22 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Ken Marshall Monica McKissic Ciléia Miranda-Yuen Protein Williams Diego Abente Emsada Bilkan Nejra Bilkan Katie Brooks Paul Costigan Marisa Echevarria Blake Hamilton Lara Fallon Amparo Kollman-Moore Kelly Moore Hannah Rae Warrick Mike Zambrana International Institute of St. Louis Board of Directors Amit Shah, Chair Anh Pham-Nguyen, Vice Chair Fred Berger, Secretary Phillip Klevorn, Treasurer Mary Heger, Immediate Past Chair Anthony Gonzalez-Angel Dipankar Bandyopadhyay Galen Bingham Samira Boudiab Janice Cerny Arvan Chan Marc Fairman Arindam Kar Teri Lehman Marcel Naddaf Kathleen Reeves Jennifer Schwesig Special thanks to the following organizations for providing groups of volunteers: Ameren • De Smet Jesuit High School – Spanish Club • Eliot Unitarian Chapel• Holy Name of Jesus-Justice Grows • International Institute Board of Directors and Junior Board • J.W. Terrill Community Outreach • MasterCard Worldwide • Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School • MasterCard Worldwide • Neighbors Are Friends • Parkway West High School – National Honor Society • St. Louis Community College • Saint Louis University’s Cook School of Business • Single in the City • South City Girls Meetup Group • Step Up! St. Louis • Thomas Jefferson School • US Bank • Webster Educational School Psychology Association • Wells Fargo Advisors Village Green Test your dancing and skills by joining in on informal, free dance lessons including Spanish Flamenco, Indian dancing and Middle Eastern belly dance. Many festival performers are your instructors. Religions of the World Stroll among displays about the many religions of the world. Meet representatives from the Interfaith Partnership of Greater St. Louis and get your questions answered. This opportunity is being provided so that festival goers can have a casual means to learn about the similarities and differences among the many religions of our world. IFP’s members include a wide variety of faiths and faith-based institutions including Living Insights Sheow Hwey Chang Peggy Harris Joni Hoscher Festival Committee A very special thanks to the many other staff and volunteers of the International Institute who are working throughout the weekend to ensure a top-notch event for all! Ed Seuc Alice Tharenos Sandy Tsai Hannah Verity Erin Williams In-Kind Support Missouri School for the Blind St. Louis Earth Day Health Protection & Education Services Special Thanks to: Dwight Cavins Wayne Crosslin Saint Louis University St. Louis City Parks Division South Grand Business District Tower Grove Park Photo by Wayne Crosslin/International Institute FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 3 Welcome to the International Institute’s 16th annual Festival of Nations…our region’s largest multicultural event! Festival of Nations is brought to you by the International Institute of St. Louis. Since 1919, we have been the St. Louis region’s Welcoming Center for New Americans. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.iistl.org. Refer to the map on the back of this guide or our mobilefriendly website (www.festivalofnationsstl.org) to locate your favorite food booth or one of our many stages. This year, we are featuring fun-filled entertainment on three stages and around the grounds. Catch professional-level dance and music troupes. Join in on toe-tapping, footstomping music performances featuring local ethnic and international favorites. Watch our Japanese top-spinner perform gravity-defying tricks as he moves around the festival grounds. As always, entertainment at Festival of Nations is free for all to enjoy - thanks to our sponsors. A very special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo Advisors! To enhance your experience, check out … The Wells Fargo Advisors Forest Stage, with different ethnic performance troupes each hour. It is located on a shady hill in Festival Center. Lost Person Report to the Enterprise Main Stage. Lost & Found If you have lost a personal item, report to the Volunteer Check-In Booth near the Stupp Center. All lost items will be held at the International Institute for 90 days. Call (314) 773-9090 x127. First Aid The First Aid booth is located in front of the Stupp Center. Minor first aid is provided including a cooling station. Also, First Aid Kits are available at all stages and the crafts area. For any serious injury or illness, call 911. The Village Green in grassy Festival East, where you can join in and learn to dance! Center, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam, Baha’i, Baptist (Christianity), Church of Christ, Scientist, Roman Catholicism, Mormon Church, Community of Christ, Metro East Inter-Faith Partnership, Center for Sustainability and Spirituality, United Church of Christ, and Sikhism. For more information about the Interfaith Partnership, visit their website at www.interfaithstl.org. FESTIVAL WEST LOCATION: Kids Music Workshop Kids can make hand-held instruments throughout each day. Special event: join us Saturday and Sunday morning at 10:30 am, for a 1/2-hour workshop by JOIA; kids will learn to play a song on the instrument that they make. There will be a parade every hour on the hour for kids to participate in to show off their new instruments and music skills. Beer Garden Relax in the shade and try some international and craft beers while listening to music from the World Music Stage. This year be sure to visit the new 4 Hands Brewery Company beer tasting booth. World Sports & Games Meadow Learn how to play different sports and games in the world sports and games meadow. Try karate, hurling, cricket, or even your gymnastic skills! Sports Schedule Saturday 11AM-1PM The 7-Up World Music Stage, in Festival West with traditional and modern bands. 1PM-3PM Our Enterprise Grand Stage in Festival East with a mix of great bands, dancers and singers. 1:30PM-2:30PM Ethnic craft demonstrations, calligraphy, children’s crafts, an ethnic gift bazaar, and much, much more! And, of course… 3PM-5PM Plenty of food! Sunday 11AM-1PM Enjoy the International Institute’s Festival of Nations – a summer weekend in the park with the remarkable talents of 70 different ethnic groups! 1PM-3PM Ed Seuc 2016 Festival of Nations Chair 1:30PM-2:30PM 3PM-5PM Photo by Jerry Smith/International Institute 2 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Hurling and Gaelic Football - Gaelic Athletic Club Cricket - Missouri Youth Cricket Association ACEC-American Czech Center-Sokol Gym - Gymnastics Aikido St. Louis - Japanese Martial Art: Aikido Hurling and Gaelic Football - Gaelic Athletic Club Cricket - Missouri Youth Cricket Association Five Star Senior Center - Tai Chi ACEC-American Czech Center-Sokol Gym - Gymnastics Aikido St. Louis - Japanese Martial Art: Aikido FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 Are you going to recycle that? A program of 23 Games Schedule Life-size chess board and standard chess boards will be available all day for people to play for fun, provided by St. Louis Chess Club Saturday All Day 1-2PM 1:30-2:30PM All Day Chess - World Chess Hall of Fame Mahjong - OCA St. Louis Variety of participatory activities (hula hoops, hopscotch) - ACEC - American Czech Center Kubb (Viking Chess) - International Institute Sunday All Day 1-2PM 1:30-2:30PM All Day Chess - World Chess Hall of Fame Mahjong - OCA St. Louis Variety of participatory activities (hula hoops, hopscotch) - ACEC - American Czech Center Kubb (Viking Chess) - International Institute Produced by: Check out St. Louis’ online multicultural calendar & website Presenting Sponsor: www.stlthei.org Area Sponsors: Travel the globe without leaving St. Louis. We are your site for everything multicultural – events, restaurants, news, film, books, and more! Our content is generated by you, the reader, in partnership with the International Institute of St. Louis. We are looking for ethnically themed events, blog posts, and restaurants reviews. Sponsors: Contents Tower Grove Park Media Sponsors: 24 INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS Welcome ......................................................................... 2 Lost Person .................................................................... 2 First Aid .......................................................................... 2 Committee List ................................................................ 3 International Institute of St. Louis: About Us ................... 7 Saturday Schedule ........................................................ 12 Sunday Schedule .......................................................... 13 Festival Shuttle................................................................21 Additional Attractions ..................................................... 22 Festival Site Map ............................................ Back Cover FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 1 Stand up for arts and culture If you have questions about how you can make an enduring difference to International Institute of St. Louis or your favorite nonprofit through planned giving, our Financial Advisors are here to help and guide you. Contact us today so we can begin a conversation. Visit wellsfargoadvisors.com to find the location nearest you. We are pleased to sponsor the 2016 Festival of Nations Community Booths American Red Cross Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri Bilingual International Assistant Services (Henna Booth) Christian Friends of New American Civitas Associates Concordia Turner Cover Missouri Diversity Awareness Partnership Friendship International Great Rivers Greenway District Greater St. Louis Federal Executive Board Health Protection & Education Services Immigrant & Refugee Women’s Program Interfaith Partnership of Greater St. Louis (World Religions) Migrant & Immigrant Community Action Project MPACT Partners in Sustainable Development International Planned Parenthood of the St. Louis Region Regional Arts Commission (Kids Music Workshop) Saint Louis Art Museum (Artisans Way) The St. Louis New American Alliance (East Festival Information Booth) St. Louis Office for Developmental Disability Resources St. Louis Rescue & Restore Coalition St. Louis Sister Cities Program of the World Trade Center (Global Corner) St. Louis Symphony (Artisans Way) Taiwan Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Viva Brasil Association in St. Louis Investment and Insurance Products: u NOT FDIC Insured u NO Bank Guarantee u MAY Lose Value Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Co. © 2014, 2016 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. All rights reserved. 0716-01711 [94736-v3] INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST. LOUIS FESTIVAL OF NATIONS 2016 Food Booths World Bazaar Scottish - 1 Vietnamese - 2 Turkish - 3 Thai - 4 Eritrean - 5 Haitian - 6 Asian Indian - 7 Romanian - 8 Kurdish - 9 Filipino - 10 Argentine - 11 Bhutanese - 12 American - 13 Jamaican - 14 Spanish - 15 Afghan - 16 Mexican - 17 Chinese - 18 Polish - 19 Belizean - 20 Bulgarian - 21 Thai - 22 French - 23 Puerto Rican - 24 Nepalese - 25 Greek - 26 Caribbean - 27 Ethiopian - 28 Japanese - 29 Bosnian - 30 Mexican - 31 Iranian - 32 Filipino - 33 Cajun - 34 Cuban - 35 Italian - 36 Senegalese - 37 Turkish - 38 Chinese - 39 Brazilian - 40 German - 41 Irish - 1 Turkish - 2 Asian Indian - 3 Mexican - 4 Senegalese - 5 Peruvian - 6 Zambian - 7 Russian - 8 Canadian - 9 Congolese - 10 Guatemalan - 11 Chinese - 12 Malian - 13 Iranian - 14 Ugandan - 15 Ecuadorian - 16 Togolese - 17 Afghan - 18 Nepalese - 19 Kenyan - 20 Bhutanese - 21 Honduran - 22 Chinese - 23 Ghanaian - 24 Zimbabwean - 25 Greek - 26 Polish - 27 Senegalese - 28 Ecuadorian - 29 Thai - 30 Kenyan - 31 Nepalese - 32 Bolivian - 33 Asian Indian - 34 Guinean - 35 West African - 36 Bengali - 37 See map on back cover for booth location. (ethnicity - booth number) 25 WORLD SPORTS & GAMES MEADOW W Pet Watering Center E 3 4 5 KID’S MUSIC WORKSHOP FESTIVAL WEST 2 Kingshighway Blvd. S N 1 4 Hands Beer Tasting Booth 7-UP WORLD MUSIC STAGE Festival Information Booth BEER GARDEN 6 2016 Festival of Nations Map Kingshighway Blvd. 7 9 10 CHINESE PAVILLION 8 FOREST STAGE SEATING AREA 35 36 FESTIVAL OF NATIONS GIFTS 37 34 33 32 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 VILLAGE GREEN 26 27 28 29 Arsenal St. 28 24 25 Magnolia Ave. 31 30 29 FESTIVAL CENTER 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 WELLS FARGO FOREST STAGE 12 FOOD BOOTHS Tower Grove Park - St. Louis Saturday, August 27, 10-7 • Sunday, August 28, 10-6 11 2016 Donate to Festival of Nations The International Institute is our region’s Welcoming Center for New Americans. Visit www.iistl.org to learn more. Admission to the festival is free, but we ask for donations to ensure that we can continue to provide a great Festival of Nations experience. Donations support the festival and the many programs of the International Institute. Please help us today! www.festivalofnationsstl.org/donate 20 19 18 WORLD RELIGIONS HENNA ARTISANS WAY CRAFT DEMOS 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 FESTIVAL EAST CALLIGRAPHY 9 8 6 5 VOLUNTEER CHECK-IN 4 1 3 2 Each site contains STUPP CENTER 7 GLOBAL CORNER CITIZENS SQUARE SONS OF REST SHELTER ENTERPRISE GRAND STAGE 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 US BANK FAMILY ARTS AND CRAFTS 30 31 32 33 Festival Information Booth Grand Blvd.